Uniper targets EBITDA doubling by H1 2026 with data center push

German energy group Uniper has set a target to double its EBITDA to €2 billion by the first half of 2026, supported by accelerated growth in data center energy supply and infrastructure investments.

The company outlined its strategic roadmap in slides prepared for an investor presentation, emphasizing a shift toward high-margin, long-term contracts in the data center sector. Uniper’s management highlighted the rising demand for reliable, low-carbon power solutions as a key driver behind the expansion.

The EBITDA target represents a significant increase from the €1 billion reported in the first half of 2025. The growth strategy includes scaling up renewable energy projects and enhancing grid infrastructure to meet the power requirements of data centers, which are expanding rapidly across Europe.

Uniper also noted that its existing asset base and operational efficiencies would support the financial targets, with a focus on reducing carbon intensity in line with regulatory and market demands. The company did not provide specific details on the allocation of capital expenditures or the timeline for individual projects.

The announcement follows Uniper’s recent efforts to diversify its revenue streams amid volatility in traditional energy markets. The data center segment is viewed as a high-growth opportunity, with increasing corporate commitments to renewable energy sourcing.

Investor reactions to the presentation were not disclosed. Uniper’s shares were trading lower on the day of the announcement, reflecting broader market conditions in the utilities sector.